No parent wants to hear their kids grouching about brushing their teeth, but sometimes it's hard to avoid. Kids are notoriously known for not wanting to do things that they see as boring, and let's face it, brushing your teeth isn't the most exciting thing in the world. 

In this blog post, we've come up with a few tips to help you get your kids to brush their teeth without the hassle and the stress. From making it a game to using a timer, we know these tips will help make brushing teeth time a lot more fun for everyone involved.

Some you might have thought of on your own, but we know several will give you some good ideas for getting your kids to brush their teeth without grouching.

1. Let Them Choose Their Own Toothbrush

There's a reason why toothbrush manufacturers make toothbrushes in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. They know that kids like to have choices and attracted to things that are visually appealing.

If they're given the opportunity to choose their own toothbrush, they're more likely to be excited about using it. That's why try to let your kids pick out their own toothbrush. They're more likely to use it if they're excited about it.

2. Put Some Toothpaste on the Brush Itself

To accomplish something, small steps are important. We don't know about you but us personally, we're more likely to do something if it's already partially done. The same goes for kids and brushing their teeth. If you put some toothpaste on the brush itself, they're more likely to start brushing their teeth without being prompted.

A small step goes a long way toward getting them to brush their teeth without grouching. Do this step, and you and your kids are on your way to better oral hygiene.

3. Give Them a Timer

If you've ever tried to brush your teeth for two minutes, you know it's not as easy as it sounds. It's actually pretty hard to do. But it's important to brush for two minutes to ensure that your teeth are getting clean. That's why it's a good idea to give your kids a timer.

Two minutes might seem like a long time for a kid, but it's actually not that bad if they have a timer to help them keep track of the time.

4. Make Brushing Teeth a Game

You know what kids love? Games. And you know what's even better than games? Games that involve getting rewards. When you make brushing teeth a game, your kids will be more likely to do it without grouching.

Turn brushing teeth into a race against the clock or see who can brush the longest. Whatever game you choose, just make sure that there's a prize at the end. A prize could be anything from a sticker to extra screen time.

5. Reward Them For Brushing

Incentives are always a good idea when trying to get kids to do something they don't want to do. Rewards are simply one of the most amazing invention humanity has devised, so use it to your advantage.

A reward system could be as simple as letting them check off a box each time they brush their teeth or putting a sticker on a chart. At the end of the week, they get a prize if they've met their goal.

You could also do a daily reward system where they get something small each day they brush their teeth without grouching. This could be anything from a piece of candy to getting to choose what you have for dinner.

6. Let Them Brush Your Teeth, Too

Now it's your turn to be the patient! Let your child brush your teeth and take care of you for a change. This role reversal is bound to be a hit and might even make them want to brush their teeth more often.

Not only is this a fun activity, but it also lets them see how important it is to take care of their teeth. Plus, it's a great bonding experience. They'll love getting to brush your teeth, you can make silly faces while they do it, and they'll also learn that everyone needs to brush their teeth, not just kids.

7. Sing a Song While They Brush

Tracking a time with a timer or a clock isn't too much fun. Let's face it, the ticking doesn't inspire anyone. But what does inspire people? Music!

So put on a fun song that your child loves and let them brush their teeth to the beat. Two minutes go by a lot faster when you're dancing and singing along to your favorite tune.

8. Make Brushing Teeth a Family Event

Brushing teeth doesn't have to be a solo activity. Make it a family event! You know what they say? A family that brushes together, stays together! Make brushing teeth a family event by brushing your teeth at the same time as your child. 

Get everyone in the house involved by brushing your teeth together. Not only will this be a fun way to spend some quality time together, but it will also show your child how important it is to take care of their teeth.

9. Be a Good Role Model

You're the most important role model in your child's life, so make sure you're setting a good example when it comes to brushing your teeth.

If you're always grouching about brushing your teeth, they're going to think that it's not important. But if you show them that you enjoy taking care of your teeth, they're more likely to want to do the same.

10. Try Different Types of Toothpaste

When it comes to toothpaste, not all are created equal. Some taste better than others, some have fun colors and sparkles, and some even have characters on the packaging. All of these things can make brushing more enjoyable for your child.

Let your child pick out a toothpaste that they actually want to use and see if that makes a difference in their attitude towards brushing their teeth. You might be surprised at how well it works.

Conclusion

Take some time to ensure your kids are brushing their teeth correctly. Try a few of these tips to make sure teeth brushing is fun for the whole family!